Pawan Kalyan and Anna Konidela announce separation after 13 years of mar…
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and actor Pawan Kalyan and his wife Anna Konidela have parted ways after 13 years, requesting privacy as they co-parent their two children.
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and actor Pawan Kalyan and his wife Anna Konidela have announced their separation after 13 years of marriage, ending his third marriage.
Joint Statement and Privacy Appeal
The announcement broke on Monday, November 9, 2026, amid Diwali festivities across India. The joint statement was distributed to local media in Andhra Pradesh and shared via the Jana Sena Party's WhatsApp group. In the release, the couple stated they had decided to part ways with mutual understanding and respect after sharing a significant part of their lives together.
"After sharing a significant part of our lives together, we have decided to part ways with mutual understanding and respect. Though our marriage has come to an end, we remain good friends and devoted parents to our wonderful children. Their happiness and well-being will always remain our shared priority."
Pawan Kalyan and Anna Konidela, Joint Statement, via Times Now and The Hans India
The pair requested privacy and understanding during their personal transition, while expressing gratitude to supporters who stood by them throughout their journey. Hours before the announcement, Anna Konidela deactivated her recently created Instagram account. According to Hindustan Times, they filed a divorce petition in the Family Court. No further details on the case have been shared.
Background, Relationship History, and Family
Pawan Kalyan and Anna Konidela first met while working together on the Telugu film Teen Maar in 2011. Anna, originally from Russia and formerly known as Anna Lezhneva, married the actor and politician in September 2013 under the Special Marriage Act at a Sub-Registrar Office in Hyderabad. They share two children, Polena Anjana Pawanova and Mark Shankar Pawanovich. In 2025, Mark Shankar Pawanovich sustained injuries in a major fire breakout incident at his school in Singapore. He suffered burns and smoke-related complications. Pawan travelled to Singapore and brought him back amid tight security and medical attention.
Prior to his marriage to Anna, Pawan Kalyan was married twice. His first marriage was to Nandini in September 1997, which ended in separation and a finalized divorce in 2008. He subsequently married actress Renu Desai in 2009, with whom he worked in films such as Badri and Johnny. That marriage ended in divorce in 2012, and the former couple shares two children, Akira Nandan and Aadya. Pawan Kalyan is the younger brother of actors Chiranjeevi and Nagendra Babu.
Marital History and Timeline of Pawan Kalyan
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| First Marriage | Nandini (Married September 1997, divorced 2008) |
| Second Marriage | Renu Desai (Married 2009, divorced 2012; children: Akira Nandan and Aadya) |
| Third Marriage | Anna Konidela / Anna Lezhneva (Married September 2013, separated November 9, 2026; children: Polena Anjana Pawanova and Mark Shankar Pawanovich) |
Fan Reaction and Unresolved Questions
The separation announcement arrived as a shock to fans and industry well-wishers, particularly following public displays of affection. Anna Konidela had posted a birthday message on Instagram celebrating Pawan Kalyan turning 55 years old on September 2, 2026, writing Celebrating you today. You are in so many hearts, thoughts and prayers - a beautiful reflection of how many lives you have touched and how much you have given to others. Happy Birthday!
While reports claimed the couple had been planning to seek a divorce for several months, neither Pawan Kalyan nor Anna Konidela disclosed the specific reasons behind their separation. Observers and supporters await further official updates regarding the legal proceedings and the family's next steps.
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